Ethoxyquin Aquaculture Preservative Solution from Mexico
33% ethoxyquin solution in vegetable oil for fish feed preservation, preventing fat oxidation in salmon and trout formulations. Chapter 29 note (e) allows solvent use for safety; classified HTS 2933.49.10.00 as the quinoline compound remains principal. Widely used in seafood processing plants.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Solvent must be food-grade (vegetable oil typical); provide stability data proving no specific use formulation
• Pitfall: aquaculture importers often face FDA holds - file prior notice 72hrs advance